Speech Therapist Standards

SPEECH THERAPIST STANDARDS

Standard 1. The Therapist Implements Assessment Procedures

1.1 Assists and guides teachers through the referral process 1.2 Provides screening to identify need for further assessment 1.3 Provides a thorough assessment and diagnosis 1.4 Maintains ongoing records of referred, screened, and

eligible students

1.5 Follows timelines from initial referral to placement 1.6 Completes all forms as required before placement and re-

evaluation

1.7 Compiles case history as needed 1.8 Assists in referrals to agencies

Standard 2. The Therapist Demonstrates A Readiness To Teach

2.1 Selects appropriate student objectives as dictated by ARC

and IEP

2.2 Selects appropriate learning experiences 2.3 Uses Time effectively and efficiently 2.4 Prepares instruction on the basis of individual needs 2.5 Develops a therapeutic program 2.6 Schedules caseload in an efficient and cooperative manner 2.7 Incorporates the use of technology into instructional plan,

when possible

Standard 3. The Therapist Demonstrates A Proficiently Managed

Environment

3.1 Arranges setting to support learner activities 3.2 Provides for a safe and orderly environment 3.3 Uses classroom procedures that are clear and easily

managed

3.4 Uses classroom procedures that permit independent and

interdependent learning 3.5 Teaches the skills needed for interdependence to work

effectively in groups (taking turns and respecting views of

others) Teaches skills for group communication: listening,

speaking, organization, attending to task.

Standard 4. The Therapist Demonstrates Proficiency in Managing Student

Behavior

4.1 Establishes and clearly communicates expectations 4.2 Reinforces acceptable student behaviors creating a positive

learning environment

4.3 Uses appropriate consequences for altering unacceptable

student behaviors

4.4 Monitors students' behaviors 4.5 Holds each student accountable for his/her own behaviors 4.6 Creates a climate in which students display initiative and

accept responsibility for learning and conduct 4.7 Demonstrates fairness and consistency in enforcing

behavior expectations 4.8 Manages disruptive behavior constructively while

maintaining instructional momentum

Standard 5. The Therapist Integrates The Curriculum So That Students Can

Make Connection Between Knowledge and Experience

5.1 Designs and implements therapy related to classroom

activities (i.e. activities, topics, vocabulary) 5.2 Designs and implements themes of interest to students 5.3 Provides for critical differences of students in curriculum

and instruction planning and implementation 5.4 Uses student performance to evaluate growth

Standard 6. The Therapist Reports to Parent/Guardian on the Basis of the

Results of Student Progress Assessment

6.1 Prepares paperwork in advance and has necessary forms

available for parent conferences 6.2 Interprets and presents data showing student progress (i.e.

ongoing data, progress reports 6.3 Provides information regarding agencies/programs

available in the community as needed

Standard 7. The Therapist Collaborates with Teachers and Staff

7.1 Works with staff to ensure that students with speech needs

are successful in all educational settings 7.2 Plans with classroom teachers and staff to implement

therapy

7.3 Cooperatively develops the IEP goals and objectives with

Special Education teachers who have students with speech

services

7.4 Serves as a consultant on topics regarding speech/language

development

7.5 Shares instructional materials and media